Everything is going well. We met with one of our midwives yesterday. The birthing center is very nice. We spoke at length about this pregnancy and my previous pregnancy with Izzy. We talked about me having oligohydramnios (low amniotic fluid) the first time around. I learned that it is fairly common is smaller framed women and is no reason for concern, unless it gets very low. We talked about all of the things I am feeling this time. Aches, pains, etc. All is normal with a second/subsequent pregnancy. So I feel somewhat better.
However, as our due date gets closer I am getting more and more anxious about birthing this baby. I seriously get tears in my eyes with I think about it. You see, ignorance really is bliss. I know just how bad labor pains can be AND that it can be very long and drawn out...like 72 hours long. I also know all about back labor and how epidurals don't always work. Not that I can really get one this time, but that makes me even more nervous. Anyway, long story short-the midwife tried to put my mind at ease with the whole "subsequent births are usually much shorter and easier" thing and we talked about things that can stop prodromal labor (in the event that it happens again.) We also talked about me seeing a Osteopath very soon in hopes of preventing back labor. She seems to think that my back isn't aligned as it should be, resulting in back labor. She says a lot of people have had success with this. So, we will definitely be giving that a try!!!
Only 2 more weeks and we will be in the 3rd trimester. It all goes very fast from there!!!
***Still have no pictures ready to post, but hoping that Martin can work on it tonight. Stay tuned.****
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All wonderful news... Keep taking good care of yourself. Can't wait to see pics!
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